Occupational Asthma: Is Your Job Making You Sick?
Did you know, workers can develop asthma if they are exposed to certain chemicals and substances at work? Work-related asthma, or occupational asthma, is more
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Stay Safe Without Losing Your Cool
Keeping cool is especially important in the scorching summer heat, and all of your protective equipment can really weigh you down. But before you start
6 Ways to Prevent Heat Exhaustion on the Worksite
Workers, especially those that work outside, are at a higher risk for heat illness and exhaustion during the summer months. Proper hydration, rest, and some
Customer Appreciation Crawfish Boil and Fundraiser for Becky’s Battle Day
Occupational Health Center & IWR Therapy Systems wants to say “thank you” to all our clients, patients, friends, and staff at our annual customer appreciation
National Work Zone Awareness Week
March 23rd-27th is National Work Zone Awareness Week (NWZAW), five days dedicated to preventing work zone fatalities by encouraging safe driving through highway work zones
Eye Wellness and Safety in the Workplace
Sight is one of our most valuable senses — especially when it comes to getting our jobs done right. However, sometimes the workplace can put
National Burn Awareness Week
We are in the midst of National Burn Awareness Week, seven days dedicated to bring awareness to the hazards of burns, fires, and scalding. The
Don’t Fall Victim to Workplace Stupid Mistakes
When we think about safety hazards on the job, our minds usually go to the scariest or biggest potential threats. But did you know that
5 Ways to Shape Up While at Work
It’s the beginning of the new year, and our resolutions are (hopefully) still fresh on our minds. Most New Year’s resolutions include ways to improve
What You Need to Know About The New Federal Truck Driving Rules
Earlier this month, the Senate passed an amended bill introduced by Senator Susan Collins that will undo the July 2013 changes made to the federal
Dear Santa: A Letter On Workshop And Sleigh Travel Safety
Dear Santa, We at OHC are so excited that Christmas is quickly approaching and can’t wait for your visit in a few weeks! Christmas time
Why Implementing Employee Drug Testing Is Worth The Cost
Implementing an effective employee drug testing program has many organizational benefits for your business. It promotes employee safety and a more productive workplace, not to
